1 Making a difference as a teacher: how do you support a child who is not safe at home?
What can you do as a teacher if you suspect that a child’s home situation is unsafe? How do you make contact and offer support? Many teachers struggle with these questions, while they in particular can make a huge difference. Marieke Kuiper, a designated officer for child abuse and domestic violence, helps them with this. “Sometimes a listening ear is the most important thing you can offer a child.”
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2 Former internal student support coordinator Hoda Yamani on cooperation between school and parents
With her extensive experience in education, Hoda Yamani knows how important it is for a teacher to build a strong relationship with parents. “It’s about genuine interest and transparency,” she explains. “By actively connecting with parents as a teacher, you create the best situation for the child together.”
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Noticeable behavior in young children: problem or signal?
Why do some children display behavior that we consider ‘exceptional’? What lies behind this behavior, and how can we understand it better? Jasper Albers, a teacher at Speelleercentrum de Wijde Wereld, knows from experience that what is sometimes seen as problem behavior is often actually a reaction to the environment, upbringing, or stage of development. “By discussing this at an early stage, we can identify the cause and ensure an appropriate approach.”
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